breechblock

noun /'briʧ,blɑk/

Definition
a metal block in breech-loading firearms that is withdrawn to insert a cartridge and replaced to close the breech before firing
Example
Here is an example sentence using 'breechblock': She showed great breechblock during the competition.
Etymology
No etymology available.

Quick Facts

Palindrome
No
Compound Word
No
Proper Noun
No
Rare
No
Archaic
No
Obsolete
No
Slang
No
Vowels
3
Consonants
8
Length
11

Word Statistics

Length
11
Syllables
2
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